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Do I Go With an Adjustable or Fixed Mortgage?

There may not be a wrong or right answer to the question above. Both options have their good and bad points. Before you even look at houses, you should take a few minutes to look into both and what they have to offer you and your family. If you are... Read >

Closing Day: What Can I Plan On?

It's finally here! The wait to get into your new home is finally over. Loans have been approved, offers accepted and inspections performed. The only thing left to do is to put several of your John Hancock's on a stack of legal documents. Is it really ... Read >

3 Things to Beware of When Buying an Older Home

You've decided to not hassle with building and want to get an older home. There can be some major expenses associated with this, so be careful. Always get an inspector out to the property and make sure to have him check the following 3 things. If t... Read >

Hiring a Contractor vs. Building on Your Own

This debate has been going on about as long as whether the chicken or the egg came first. When it comes to this aspect of real estate, you will hear different opinions everywhere you turn. There are definitely pro's and con's for either option. The onl... Read >

Settling on a Location

Uprooting your family and moving is a huge decision. Whether you are moving out of state to start a new job or wanting a different neighborhood in the same city, you most likely want to find somewhere that you can settle comfortably into. So, how do you... Read >

Moving Day: 5 Tips to Make the Day Go Smoothly

Moving Day can prove to be one of the most stressful days in your life. There is always so much to do and not enough time to get it done. With these simple steps, you can feel a little more in control and prepared. Don't save packing until the last... Read >

The In’s and Out’s of Making an Offer

You've found a home that's swept you off your feet and now it's time to write up an offer. Offering the right price is not always as simple as it may appear. There is a lot to be considered when preparing your offer. First, you need to make sure this... Read >

How Much Cash Will I Need to Buy A Home?

Sadly to say, numerous people miscalculate the amount of cash they will need to close a loan. This ultimately leads to higher monthly payments or sometimes watching their desired home slip away. Being educated on the cash that is needed to finish the pu... Read >

Getting Your Family Involved With a New Neighborhood

Being the new family on the block can be difficult for any family. Not knowing who your neighbors are or what they are like leaves all members of the family a little uncertain. Who will the kids play with? Who will we have backyard gatherings with? Wi... Read >

Taking Control of Your Credit

You've found the house of your dreams, made an offer and now it's time to head on down to the bank. What goes on in that visit will determine if you're able to make your dream become a reality. If so, at what price will it cost you? Having a good cre... Read >